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April 9, 2019

Oklahoma’s Statute of Limitations for Criminal Offenses

Section 152 in title 22 of the Oklahoma Statutes details the statute of limitations for criminal offenses. Statutes are the amount of time allowed for the prosecution to file a charge against an individual for a certain type of crime. This statute has been altered over time to differentiate between…

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Criminal Defense Felony

January 8, 2019

Pardons in Oklahoma: What They Are and How to Get Them

Pardons are formal acts of forgiveness for misdemeanors and/or felonies in the state of Oklahoma. They restore certain rights after convictions. They can also expand a person’s professional and educational opportunities. Receiving a governor’s pardon is a process that begins with submitting an application to the Pardons and Parole Board…

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Criminal Defense Uncategorized

November 6, 2018

Writing bad Checks in Oklahoma

It is surprisingly common for people to write checks even though their bank account does not have enough funds to cover the amount of payment. Some people intend to rip off others with bad checks. Others assume they will have enough money in their bank account before the check is…

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Criminal Defense Drug Charges

October 17, 2018

What to do if Your Home is Searched for Drugs?

If your home is searched for drugs, do not panic. The assistance of a savvy attorney will make this unfortunate event that much less dramatic and worrisome. Let’s take a quick look at the nuances of such searches and your best course of action. The Basics of Property Searches for…

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Criminal Defense Police Misconduct

August 7, 2018

When and how can the police search you

Dealing with the police in any way can often be a stressful situation, especially if officers want to search your home, your business, your vehicle, or your cell phone. The Fourth Amendment protects us from unreasonable searches and seizures, but how is unreasonable defined? Do you know your rights? When…

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Criminal Defense

July 2, 2018

Oklahoma Public Intoxication Laws

There are few things more American than enjoying an ice cold beer after a long day of work. However, in Oklahoma you need to be careful where you choose to crack open that cold one. Oklahoma has some of the strictest liquor laws in the country and Oklahoma public intoxication…

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Criminal Defense

February 2, 2018

What is a deferred or suspended sentence?

If you or someone you know is accused of a crime and going through the judicial process, you might have heard the terms deferred sentence or suspended sentence. But what do those mean? Are they the same thing? Both play an important role in the outcome of criminal charges, but…

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Criminal Defense

November 10, 2017

Can police lie to obtain a confession?

If you ever find yourself in an interrogation room with police officers who are questioning you about a crime, the first thing to remember is your right to remain silent. Most criminal defense attorneys will tell you to use that right in most circumstances, and to consult with your lawyer…

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Criminal Defense

August 24, 2017

How a Jury is Selected

Jury duty: It’s the civic duty you sign up for by virtue of being an American citizen, but no one said you had to like it. For those who have yet to serve on a jury, the process might be shrouded in mystery. As much as we all cherish our…

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Criminal Defense

August 4, 2017

What to do when you’ve been wrongfully accused of a crime?

We hear all the time about innocent people spending years, decades even, behind bars for a crime they did not commit. But what if you end up in a situation where you are the one who is wrongfully accused? There are several things you should do in the aftermath of…

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Criminal Defense

Oklahoma’s Statute of Limitations for Criminal Offenses

Pardons in Oklahoma: What They Are and How to Get Them

Writing bad Checks in Oklahoma

What to do if Your Home is Searched for Drugs?

When and how can the police search you

Oklahoma Public Intoxication Laws

What is a deferred or suspended sentence?

Can police lie to obtain a confession?

How a Jury is Selected

What to do when you’ve been wrongfully accused of a crime?

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